Mission Accomplished.

The last week I had a lot going on at work and had to really shuffle my schedule around for the last three days. I took the days off to complete the process for the DoD reviewing research and training grants. I posted about this earlier:

www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=35&m=2886031

Ralph V did this years ago and boy have things changed. He was sent boxes of paper grant applications I was sent a link. On Tuesday from 9:00am to 2:00pm, with one ten minute break, and again on Wednesday, and again today, the DoD panel was in session. I learned a lot. The complex reviews were intense, the process very formal, and the efforts of all exhausting. We evaluated and scored them but I won't know who received the grants and who didn't. That hasn't been decided but it will shortly. And some bright young physicians will get the funding they need to better their careers. I want so much to share what we reviewed but I cannot. But the panel consisted of some great scientists a chair, and a review officer. Some consultants were also present but had to remain silent for the panel discussions.

Again, the links are in the linked thread about the program and how to become a reviewer. I highly recommend it but I have to say, it is not an easy process and there is a lot of work involved. As I mentioned before, it's not a big check but there is a consulting fee. When you count the hours, I said in another thread you can do better standing in front of a Walmart.

Tony

Or simply the experience, David. I know a lot of guys here that would have had a great time doing it. I do recommend this kind of involvement. It takes a year to get into the program, at least it took me a year. Tom Kirk, CEO at UsTOO International, recommended me to get in. I know that they prefer some kind of patient facing experience and think being at a site like this one can help. But you definitely learn a lot. I didn't understand all of the applications on first glance. I had to do some research. But like I said you learn a lot.

I'm done with it. it was fun.

Tony

You no doubt brought a unique perspective and insight to the process. Congratulations.

Hey Devasted,
These kids are up to the task of making a difference. I will be paid and frankly I don't care what anybody thinks. I made a little Christmas money I will share with the family. Like I said, I could have done better in front of a Walmart financially for the hours put in. But I was totally impressed with these kids getting us to another level. They get the ODOT and everything else. Hopefully we can put this thing to bed and all come back together. PCa sucks. and that's the goal to fix.

Peace and love! To all at this website unconditionally!

Tony

Congrats Tony, good job !